CanMas

CanMas is the Masters racing portion of the Canoe Kayak Canada Sprint National Championships, held each year at the conclusion of Nationals. It brings together Masters athletes – aged 25 and up – from across the country for a great day of racing and a weekend of fun.

Open to paddlers of all skill levels, CanMas celebrates lifelong participation in canoe kayak. Whether you’re a former high-performance athlete, a club coach, or someone who discovered paddling later in life, CanMas offers a fun, inclusive, and competitive atmosphere.

Athletes compete in age group categories across a range of sprint distances, with races in both canoe and kayak disciplines. Beyond the racing, CanMas is about reconnecting with friends, cheering on your club, and being part of the broader Canadian paddling community. CanMas wraps up the Nationals week with high energy and the kind of sportsmanship and camaraderie that make it a highlight of the season.

Events

CanMas Meet & Greet

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 4-6 PM

Beer Tent

Join us for a casual networking event for all CanMas participants and alumni. Watch the final races of the Sprint Championships while enjoying refreshments. This family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to connect with the masters paddling community before the CanMas Championships on August 30.

The Beer Tent is located in Mooney’s Bay Park, near the podium overlooking the finish line.

CanMas Awards Dinner

Sunday, August 30, 2026 (following CanMas competition)

• 6:30 PM – Doors open (drinks and appetizers)
• 7:30 PM – Dinner
• $65.00 per ticket

Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Ave, Ottawa, ON

Celebrate the conclusion of the CanMas Championships with a buffet dinner and awards ceremony with your fellow athletes, coaches, officials, and guests. Overflow Brewing Company is just 3 km from Athlete’s Village at Mooney’s Bay. Parking is free and abundant. Venue is accessible, featuring an accessible entrance and washrooms. Outdoor patio is available, weather permitting. 

Buffet dinner includes a selection of brisket sliders, flatbreads, chicken wings, tacos, skewers, salads and desserts, with vegetarian options. Beverages are available for purchase.

CanMas 2026 Video Instructions

Hey, Masters paddlers and clubs! You’re invited to share up to 30 (per club) of your favourite photos or short videos (less than 60 seconds) from the 2026 season. We’ll include as many as we can in the celebration video to be shown at the CanMas banquet. (Note: We already have CKC’s photos from World Masters, so no need to share those.)

Deadline: August 14, 2026

How to Upload Files

• Open the link https://www.dropbox.com/request/yiznjyj4932wwe2vsnit
• You’ll see a page with a title/description and an Upload button — no Dropbox account or sign-in required.
• Click Choose files (or drag and drop your photos/videos directly onto the page).
• Select the images or videos you want to upload from your device. You can select multiple files at once.
• Optional: Enter your name if prompted — this helps the folder owner know who uploaded what.
• Click Upload. A progress bar will show while your files transfer.
• Once complete, you’ll see a confirmation message. You can close the page or upload more files if needed